Silent Heart Attack: What It Is and Who Is at Risk
A silent heart attack causes little or no typical pain, yet it still damages the heart muscle.
Who is at higher risk
- People with diabetes
- Older adults
- People with high blood pressure, high cholesterol or a smoking habit
Clues people overlook
- Unexplained fatigue or weakness
- Mild breathlessness
- Vague discomfort or indigestion-like feeling
- It is often found later on an ECG or echo
What to do
- Get regular check-ups if you have risk factors
- Report any new tiredness or breathlessness
- Follow treatment to prevent another attack
Need advice about your heart? Call or WhatsApp the hospital team on 95116 13365 (Monday to Saturday, 12:00 to 8:00). For chest pain or a suspected heart attack, call 112 or 95116 13365 straight away; emergency services are open 24x7.
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This article is for general information and does not replace medical advice. If you have symptoms or concerns, please see a doctor.